Life brings blessings and joy in the most unpredictable ways.
We were looking for a Rental home in Folsom and drove past this particular one at least 5 times. Circumstance and Fate conspired to bring us to this home as tenants. While moving in over a month this one of Two cats living in the Back yard, just zeroed in on me and made me his. It was later we found out through his Chip and License that he belonged to a family around the block, Multiple attempts to return him only led to his return to our property, and since the Lady already had multiple cats, She let us assume stewardship and responsibility with all the blessings of Ownership. In the subsequent 11 years we discovered a rare and extremely well behaved personality was in this animal's soul. The small quirks and cat behaviors that were a nuisance , were quickly accommodated and the bond was cemented.
I could list the many enjoyable traits and someday I will. But suffice it to say, If you are fortunate enough to have people and Pets in your life that enrich your daily living, Never take them for granted. The Loss and pain when a relationship based on Unconditional Love and Trust passes , is nearly unbearable.
For now, we'll remember , attempt to heal, and Give thanks for that quirk of destiny that created so much peace and Love.
God Speed, Bar Cat, the Ladies in the ZO6 have your ride home.